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Morningstar Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1)

Model: EMC-1 · SKU: EMC-1

Prepared Nov 12, 2026

Common specifications

Device type
Ethernet MeterBus converter: Morningstar MeterBus (RJ-11) to Ethernet (RJ-45)Source [1]
Communications
HTTP; SNMP; MODBUSSource [1]
Supported devices
TriStar MPPT, ProStar MPPT and SunSaver MPPT controllers; TriStar and ProStar (Gen3) controllers; SureSine Classic inverterSource [1]
Ports
MeterBus (RJ-11); Ethernet (RJ-45), 10/100Base-TSource [1]
DisplayNot documented
Power input
Powered via the controller's MeterBus port or a DC input, 8-80 VdcSource [1]
Mounting
35 mm DIN railSource [1]
EnclosureNot documented
Operating temperature
-40 to 60 °C-40 to 140 °F convertedSource [1]
Weight
0.13 kg0.29 lb convertedCalculatedSource [1]
Dimensions
153 D × 86 D × 30 D mm6.02 D × 3.4 D × 1.2 D in convertedCalculatedSource [1]
Enclosure volume0.39 L** Calculated from recorded external dimensions
Warranty term
5 yearsSource [1]

All recorded specifications

Communications
HTTP; SNMP; MODBUSDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Supports HTTP, SNMP and MODBUS protocols".

Location: PDF page 1, features

Printed as "Supports HTTP, SNMP and MODBUS protocols".

Location: PDF page 1, features

[1]
Device type
Ethernet MeterBus converter: Morningstar MeterBus (RJ-11) to Ethernet (RJ-45)Documented claim
Conditions

Printed as "The Ethernet MeterBus Converter (model: EMC-1) provides the data and communications connection for Morningstar devices, between themselves, with surrounding systems, and with the outside environment through the internet." and "The EMC-1 converts this connection into a fully enabled Ethernet port allowing data transfer to the internet."

Location: PDF page 1, description

Printed as "The Ethernet MeterBus Converter (model: EMC-1) provides the data and communications connection for Morningstar devices, between themselves, with surrounding systems, and with the outside environment through the internet." and "The EMC-1 converts this connection into a fully enabled Ethernet port allowing data transfer to the internet."

Location: PDF page 1, description

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Dimensions
153 D × 86 D × 30 D mm6.02 D × 3.4 D × 1.2 D in convertedCalculated15.3 x 8.60 x 3.0 cm x 10 mm/cm = 153 x 86 x 30 mm
Conditions

Printed as "Dimensions 15.3 x 8.60 x 3.0 cm 6.04 x 3.37 x 1.2 in"; no axes are named, so the figures are kept in printed order.

Location: PDF page 2, Mechanical, Dimensions

Printed as "Dimensions 15.3 x 8.60 x 3.0 cm 6.04 x 3.37 x 1.2 in"; no axes are named, so the figures are kept in printed order.

Location: PDF page 2, Mechanical, Dimensions

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Mounting
35 mm DIN railDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "8. DIN rail mounts (bottom of unit) 35mm standard size".

Location: PDF page 2, unit diagram, item 8

Printed as "8. DIN rail mounts (bottom of unit) 35mm standard size".

Location: PDF page 2, unit diagram, item 8

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Operating temperature
-40 to 60 °C-40 to 140 °F convertedDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Operating Temperature Range –40°C to +60°C".

Location: PDF page 2, Environmental, Operating Temperature Range

Printed as "Operating Temperature Range –40°C to +60°C".

Location: PDF page 2, Environmental, Operating Temperature Range

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Ports
MeterBus (RJ-11); Ethernet (RJ-45), 10/100Base-TDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Communication Protocols and Ports: MorningStar MeterBus (RJ-11) MODBUS Serial (RJ-11) MODBUS IP (RJ-45) HTTP (RJ-45) SNMP (RJ-45) • Ethernet speed: 10/100Base-T".

Location: PDF page 2, Data & Communications

Printed as "Communication Protocols and Ports: MorningStar MeterBus (RJ-11) MODBUS Serial (RJ-11) MODBUS IP (RJ-45) HTTP (RJ-45) SNMP (RJ-45) • Ethernet speed: 10/100Base-T".

Location: PDF page 2, Data & Communications

[1]
Power input
Powered via the controller's MeterBus port or a DC input, 8-80 VdcDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Powered via MeterBus port on controller or DC Input for 12, 24 or 48V systems" and "DC Input Supply Voltage Range 8-80 Vdc".

Location: PDF page 1, features; PDF page 2, Electrical

Printed as "Powered via MeterBus port on controller or DC Input for 12, 24 or 48V systems" and "DC Input Supply Voltage Range 8-80 Vdc".

Location: PDF page 1, features; PDF page 2, Electrical

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Self-consumption (W)
2 WDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Maximum Self-consumption 2 Watts".

Location: PDF page 2, Electrical, Maximum Self-consumption

Printed as "Maximum Self-consumption 2 Watts".

Location: PDF page 2, Electrical, Maximum Self-consumption

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Supported devices
TriStar MPPT, ProStar MPPT and SunSaver MPPT controllers; TriStar and ProStar (Gen3) controllers; SureSine Classic inverterDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Compatible Morningstar products include: • MPPT controllers: TriStar MPPT, ProStar MPPT, and SunSaver MPPT • PWM controllers: TriStar, ProStar (Gen3) • SureSine Classic inverter".

Location: PDF page 1, description

Printed as "Compatible Morningstar products include: • MPPT controllers: TriStar MPPT, ProStar MPPT, and SunSaver MPPT • PWM controllers: TriStar, ProStar (Gen3) • SureSine Classic inverter".

Location: PDF page 1, description

[1]
Weight
0.13 kg0.29 lb convertedCalculated0.13 kg as printed
Conditions

Printed as "Weight 0.13 kg / 0.28 lbs" (written in kg).

Location: PDF page 2, Mechanical, Weight

Printed as "Weight 0.13 kg / 0.28 lbs" (written in kg).

Location: PDF page 2, Mechanical, Weight

[1]

Warranty

Warranty term
5 yearsDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed once as "Warranty Five year warranty period.". The datasheet prints no further terms.

Location: PDF page 2, Warranty

Printed once as "Warranty Five year warranty period.". The datasheet prints no further terms.

Location: PDF page 2, Warranty

[1]

Certificate records

No records documented.

Sources and revisions

  1. Morningstar Ethernet MeterBus Converter datasheet (MS-001964 Rev DS-EN 05/2022) (November 2, 2026 capture)Official datasheet · Revision MS-001964 Rev DS-EN 05/2022 · Checked https://www.morningstarcorp.com/wp-content/uploads/datasheet-ethernet-meterbus-converter-en.pdf